“Central Massachusetts is a growing hub for the innovation and green economy. I am very proud to see Worcester’s own Kinetic Batteries recognized and awarded with this Catalyst grant to continue its great work,” said Senate President Harriette L. Chandler of Worcester.

The Funding

The funding comes from The Massachusetts Clean Energy Center’s (MassCEC) Catalyst program and will support technical and commercial advancements for emerging clean energy technologies in North Oxford, Burlington, Worcester, Fall River, Cambridge, Lowell, and Arlington.

“Massachusetts is home to many hardworking entrepreneurs and researchers pursuing innovative clean energy solutions that will ensure the Commonwealth continues to lead the nation in energy efficiency. Through this funding, our administration is pleased to provide crucial support to these entrepreneurs as they contribute to the Commonwealth’s robust innovation economy while helping reduce greenhouse gas emissions and combat climate change,” said Baker.

MassCEC is funded by the Renewable Energy Trust, which was created by the Massachusetts Legislature in 1998.

Clean Energy in MA

According to the 2017 Massachusetts Clean Energy Industry Report, the clean energy sector in Massachusetts has grown 81 percent since 2010 and employs 109,226 workers across the state.